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Zim starts processing e-passports in SA
Zimbabwe has started processing e-passports for its citizens in South Africa, with a newly refurbished building now set for commissioning after the conclusion of the elections in that country. The issuing of the e-passports follows President Mnangagwa's directive that such documents should be accessible to all Zimbabweans reg… read more
Madagascar’s National Tourism Office celebrates 20 years of promoting island’s beauty
The National Tourism Office of Madagascar (ONTM) commenced its grand celebration marking two decades of tireless efforts in promoting Madagascar as a premier international tourist destination. The ceremonious opening took place on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at the illustrious Havoria Anosy auditorium, resonating with the spirit of achievemen… read more
Maun becomes second Ethiopian Airlines’ destination in Botswana
Ethiopian Airlines Group, one of the fastest-growing global airline brands and Africa’s largest airline, has announced the commencement of services to Maun, its second destination in the Republic of Botswana after Gaborone, as of 10th, June 2024. The inaugural flight departed from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)… read more
Royal Air Maroc to kick-off Abuja-Casablanca route
Morocco’s national carrier, Royal Air Maroc, is set to inaugurate a new direct route connecting Abuja, Nigeria, with Casablanca, Morocco in a fortnight.
The airline recently revealed that the route expansion, commencing on June 23rd, 2024, would offer Nigerian travelers a convenient and pleasant gateway to delve into the… read more
Namiba receives 101 camels to boost Tourism activity
A total of 101 camels from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were brought to southern Namibe province on Wednesday, with the aim to boost tourism and meat and milk production in the area.
According to Namibe's deputy provincial governor for Political, Social and Economic sector, Abel Kapitango, the animals are in good hea… read more
Accor & Amadeus announce a new collaboration
Amadeus and Accor expand their strategic partnership, with Accor implementing Amadeus’ Central Reservation System (ACRS) for its extensive portfolio of properties globally. Amadeus’ cloud-based technology will help Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, in boosting revenues, maximizing distribution strategies, and building deeper and m… read more
Durban: Only two beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality
The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has release… read more
Addo Elephant National Park is going green
South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that various solar-powered projects have been commissioned throughout Addo Elephant National Park in … read more
Namibia confirms high-level delegation for the Southern African Railways Association conference
The Southern African Railways Association (SARA) is pleased to announce that Namibia has confirmed a high-level Namibian delegation will participate in the 13th Annual International Southern African Railways Association (SARA) Conference and Exhibition. The delegation includes the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Works and Transport rep… read more
Western Cape: Meiringspoort Pass remains closed until further notice
The Greater Oudtshoorn Municipality in South Africa's … read more
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